Sheet Metal Technician

Skyservice; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking an experienced aircraft structural repair technician. The role involves repairing and rebuilding aircraft structures, reading technical manuals, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a valid Transport Canada S license, five years of sheet metal work experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and a range of comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee assistance program

Group retirement savings plan with company matching

Paid time off

Continuing Education Program

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada S license is an asset.
• Five years of experience as a sheet metal worker.
• Experience related to aircraft is an asset.
• Valid AVOP (D/A or D) and radio license.
• M license considered an asset.
• Knowledge of operating welding and brazing equipment is an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to change.
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace & rebuild aircraft structures using tools.
• Conduct structural repairs and solve moderate to complex problems.
• Read maintenance manuals to determine repair methods.
• Perform damage assessment for engineering purposes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Order parts and supplies.
• Apply technical knowledge of airframe components.

Job description

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Repair, replace & rebuild aircraft structures (wings and fuselage) of varying degrees of difficulty, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment (shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills);
• Apply expertise in conducting structural repairs & modifications and solve moderate to complex problems;
• Read and interpret manufacturers' & airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine repair or replacement methods;
• Perform damage assessment for engineering purposes;
• Work closely with the team leader to ensure timely completion of tasks;
• Ensure work complies with Skyservice's quality standards, policies, procedures, and applicable regulations (Transport Canada);
• Order parts and supplies;
• Apply technical knowledge of airframe components.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

• Valid Transport Canada S license is an asset;
• Five (5) years of experience as a sheet metal worker;
• Experience related to aircraft is an asset;
• Valid AVOP (D/A or D) and radio license;
• M license considered an asset;
• Knowledge of operating welding and brazing equipment is an asset;
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt quickly to change, and work flexible shifts;
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

EDUCATION :

• Completed Structure or Sheet Metal program or equivalent.

Benefits :

• Competitive pay rates
• Day shifts Monday to Friday (rotational schedule)
• Aircraft type training endorsement incentives
• Company-paid aircraft type training on various business jets
• Relocation allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits including health, vision, and dental for employees and dependants
• Employee assistance program
• Group retirement savings plan with company matching
• Paid time off including sick and personal days
• Employee Referral Program
• Continuing Education Program
• Service Awards